2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1956 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 4,155 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1956 Wartburg 311. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1956 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 1193 kg more than 1956 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (373 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1956 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Wartburg |
Model | TrailBlazer | 311 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4155 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 269 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2153 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2460 mm |